CardTREX: 3 Reasons Why You Should Attend
With presentations on the latest technologies and trends shaping the future of the global card industry and networking opportunities to enhance strategic business relationships in the region of…
5 Reasons Why Paper Cards are Making Inroads into the Transaction Card Market
“Paper or plastic?” is a common question that consumers consider before conducting a transaction. The term “paper” commonly refers to paper money, but here are five reasons why…
5 Pro Tips for Powerful Card Packaging
In the world of digital banking, where there is often less opportunity to physically interact with customers, the payment card and its packaging have become important vehicles to…
ICMA Marketing Solutions: 6 Ways to Grow Business in the Card Industry
Are you looking to expand your company’s brand presence, sell more products or make more business connections in the card manufacturing industry? Look no further than the International…
Why Digital IDs Won’t Replace Physical Identity Cards
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated digital transformation across the globe. Governments are currently scrambling to offer services and benefits to citizens online and remotely, removing the need for…
Top 3 Benefits: Why Create an ICMA Member Directory Listing
Part of our mission at the International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA) is to help our member companies foster new connections that will help them win business. Now, it’s…
5 Ways to Safely Handle Cards Amid COVID-19
Money is often thought of as both dirty and a breeding ground for bacteria. Amid COVID-19, some countries started disinfecting cash and the World Health Organization suggested people…
The True Value of Winning an ICMA Élan Award
Each year, the International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA)’s Élan Awards of Excellence celebrate the pinnacle of design innovation and security and technical achievements in the global transaction card…
Card Manufacturers Seek Backup Suppliers To Fight COVID-19
Across the globe, card manufacturers continue to face supply chain delays and production challenges, resulting from the pandemic. The impacts are far-reaching, affecting inventory levels, delivery times and,…
New, Virtual ACE-Commercial Training Gets Rave Reviews from ICMA Members
The International Card Manufacturers Association (ICMA) recently expanded the Advanced Card Education (ACE) program with the launch of ACE-Commercial, a new, virtual training series. And it is getting…
Card Manufacturers Go Green Amid Consumer Demand
As we move into a new decade, it is time for companies to review the goals, promises and pledges they made regarding the sustainability initiatives they set out…
Card Insiders Convene at ICMA Connect About Economic Outlook, Future Plans
The excitement is building as the International Card Manufacturer Association (ICMA) members countdown to gather virtually for a historic meeting to discuss the future of the card industry.…